Split Rock.
Just taking a minute to post from here in the Poconos of Pennsylvania - I am having such a wonderful time. There are over 200 women cropping here this weekend from all over the place. Three classes down, three to go tomorrow.
And guess what?
These women are raising a TON of money for autism in honor of Simon's 5th birthday on Sunday. They have a couple raffles and a big a silent auction (with absolutely beautiful art pieces designed by a bunch of women here). It is an amazing group effort. So, so cool. Tomorrow night we will know the total grand total amount. It is going to be BIG.
I am awed and inspired and humbled and touched by the generosity. So many people are impacted by autism in one way or another...speaking with a variety of different women here this weekend I am reminded once again of the craziness of it all, and the connectedness. I am also reminded - through so many different stories - how amazing these kids are - how I can't imagine my life without Simon. How he teaches me everyday. And that he is the reason I started scrapbooking and one of the main reasons why I continue.
Rollie - if/when you read this - you are one fantastic, amazing woman (even if you did keep me up until 2am). I am so glad that I met you last year and so completely blessed that you invted me to teach at your event. Thank you for wanting to do something that is so GOOD and for challening others to do the same.
What a wonderful thing those women are doing! Hope you continue to have a great weekend. Kim
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Happy Birthday Simon! It's two friends at work and my birthday on Sunday too. And as you know it's Sage's birthday too. (And Stonewall Jackson's-hero of the south.)
What a great the idea they had to help the cause of autism!
Enjoy the Poconos. It is a beautiful part of PA and NY.
Warning enabler-Joanne has some great cloth baskets and the biggest one is embroidered with "Stuff"-1/2 off.
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Wonderful, fabulous... GOOD stuff.
That is so great.
Yah for thoughtful... dream catchers!
Bx
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always so wonderful to read about things like this. in a time when the news seems to portray nothing but how horrible people are, it's good to see solid evidence that goodness still exists.
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what a good thing to help autism! what a good thing to have generosity!
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Joyeux anniversaire Sweetie Simon!!!
I hope all your wishes will become true!!!
You're so cute!
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That is so great of them to do that and Happy Birthday to Simon. You are such a great Mom.
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I worked with a lady who was still waiting for her son to be statmented for his autism. She went through a tough time through all the interviews just so she can get him the help he needs. He is so far ahead of his peers with his learning & he is frustrated.
Happy 5th birthday, Simon. I love to see the photos of him in your book. He has grown up right in front of me!
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glad you are having such a wonderful experience at your event. Happy Birthday, Simon boy! Have fun fun fun!
Ali, registered for CKU Detroit and got in your album track - both days of your track are now sold out! Can't wait! Have a safe trip home.
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Ali, I am so so happy for you.
Amazing that scrapbooking bonds people so tight and make them do such fantastic things for each other.
Happy 5th Birthday, Simon.
Hope you guys have wonderful time together.
Can't wait to see ya in a week :)
ikuko
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Ali, You're giving me such hope. My younger son was diagnosed with ADD yesterday. I know it's not the same as autism, but I'm struggling to cope with this learning disability. Aaron is 13--a fabulous child, energetic--so much personality, but he struggles in school. I have so much to learn (even though I am a teacher myself--you'd think I'd be an "expert" on this because of the number of children I've taught with ADD). Keep telling Simon's story and yours. It's so encouraging to me.
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Cool fund raising news!! Did your first 5 year with Simon just fly or waht??? Have a fun time, the ladies there sound awesome!
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what an awesome story :)
happy birthday simon :)
happy teaching ali :)
safe trip home!
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What a wonderful thing for autism! Have a great time Ali!
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Have fun! Please give Simon and yourself a hug for me from Tampa!
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Happy Birthday to your beautiful boy. Authism another thing you and I have in common. Jimmy just turned seven on the 17 what a blessing what a gift. I am so happy I got to meet you Ali I hope that if you are in Chicago this Summer I will get to hug you again. Give Simon a hug from me. Hugs Wanda
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Scrapbooking is cool but the people who do it are too! What a community of thoughtful and generous people...those women and the many others who use the scrapbooking network to do good! How totally awesome. You must be so proud...Through your pages, everyone has just come to love your little Simon! Happy Birthday, Simon! This will be one to remember for sure!
Take care.
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This is for "oliva" who wrote about her son with ADD. I'd love to chat with you about this. I suffered from super hyperactivty/add as a child and I have some thoughts that might help. My email is kellylibby@msn.com
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What an amazing bunch of women!! Such a thoughtful gift. I love the generous, intelligent, and fun group of women that make up this incredible hobby!! Can't wait to see more photos from your travels.
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Wished I could be there on that event... A nice thing will be that once I live in the States, I might be able to do more stuff like this.
Right now, the flying prices from UK to USA are humongous...
How nice that a scrapbook event can turn into something good for a good cause.
Why do they make such a fuss about splitting up the jabs... If there is any doubt about the jabs causing autism, they should be stopped.
But I need to get of my horse, this is an art blog!
THE ART OF LIFE
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What a great group of ladies! Hope Simon has an awesome birthday tomorrow.
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How cool Ali.
You look so hip in your outfit.
hope to see you soon,
jess
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Awwww how cool!
Happy birthday Simon!!!
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happy happy birthday to Simon!
And congrats to you for five years as a momma to such an amazing little boy!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY SIMON!!!!! To the ladies in PA THANK YOU from a mommy of an Autistic child! Thank you ALi for all that you do raising awareness about Autism your one awesome momma!!I am wowed by you.BIg hugs and safe travel home~
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